Relationships

We will be connected relationally in order to grow spiritually.

As Cell Group leaders, you want to make investments in your group that cultivate growth, transparency, and encouragement. As the writer of Hebrews says, “Take care, brothers, lest there be in any of you an evil, unbelieving heart, leading you to fall away from the living God. But exhort one another every day, as long…

Living life together in community brings out the good and bad in all of us. One of the hard things about leading is dealing with outbursts and conflict during a group. You can be having great conversation and then someone interrupts, rambles, tries to speak loudest, or forcefully shares their opinion to the group. You…

After the initial excitement of group formation begins to wear off, it can be easy for group relationships to plateau. If you want people in your group to continue to experience life change together, you’ll need to intentionally pursue intimacy. As a leader, this can seem like a daunting task, but it is possible! Watch…

Ecclesiastes chapter three starts like this, “For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.” While this verse isn’t written specifically to address small group leaders in the 21st century, we can definitely apply the general principle. There are unique times and seasons that offer opportunities that are unique to…

As a Cell Group leader, you’ll have the privilege of walking with married couples through some of the best and worst of times. We created this resource to help you walk through some difficult marriage conversations with your group. The discussion guide is based on a Saylorville Story that God used in our church to…

When a family in your Cell Group welcomes a new child it’s a time of celebration! Whether that child came biologically or through adoption/fostering, we rejoice with our people and plan ahead to come along side serving them in their time of need. A new baby/child changes a family dynamic and gives Cell Groups a…

Counseling is like jazz. We have a melody, but not a script. We must improvise within boundaries. Benny Green – “A jazz musician is a juggler who uses harmonies instead of oranges.” Counseling Defined: Giving people the Bible in a way they can understand, so they can change. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Romans 12:8 Counseling Myths:…

Summertime means experiencing life change together a different way. Instead of meeting weekly to study and apply God’s Word, groups gather monthly for socials. Make this summer a fun time and your group will make plenty of memories this year. Hit the State Fair together. There’s no better way to say “We love Iowa!” And…

Part of sharing life with your Cell Group will eventually lead you through the doors of a hospital. If you’re not accustomed to spending time in hospitals, you may feel nervous or even awkward about visiting a group member. Instead of waiting until they get home, don’t waste the opportunity to offer comfort and encouragement…

As Cell Group leaders, it’s both a privilege and a priority to care for those in our group. In fact, we believe that most basic shepherding needs can be addressed within the context of our Cell Group communities. As a leader, here are some of the best ways you can provide comfort and care to…